Chi Omega

Chi Omega was founded at the University of Arkansas on April 5, 1895. The Sigma Kappa
Chapter was installed at Austin Peay State University on May 6, 1972. Today, Chi Omega
has a growing sisterhood of more than 300,000 members and 171 active chapters. Membership
in Chi Omega means a commitment to friendship, high standards of personnel, scholarship,
community service, campus activities, and career development.

Chi Omega’s national philanthropy is the Make- A- Wish Foundation. The Sigma Kappa
Chapter has donated over $44,000 and 620 hours to the Make- A- Wish Foundation. In
addition to the Make- A- Wish Foundation, Sigma Kappa sponsors several events that
benefit the local soup kitchen, Loaves and Fishes.

Nickname: Chi OSymbol: Owl Colors: Cardinal and StrawFlower: White CarnationChapter: Sigma KappaFounded Nationally: April 5, 1895 at the University of ArkansasFounded Locally: May 6, 1972 at Austin Peay State University Philanthropy: The Make- A- Wish Foundation